We were __by the storm on an island withoutfood or water. [ ]

Excuse me, is this seat taken_______. That man got his books and left a few minutes ago.

In spite of all ________ has been said, quite a lot of people are still uncertain about the prices of housing in China.

It is strange that he _________ in such an important examination .

Excuse me, but could you tell me when the banks willbe open today—_______. It’s a public holiday.